I spent my first year at U of T, like most students commuting to school. I’d love to say commuting is cool, but it isn’t. On a scale of coolness, commuting is Charlie Sheen and living in residence/extremely close to…
Category: General (page 152)
Why do we ignore each other on campus?
What is the name of the always smiling cashier at the Buttery? How about the nice guy who makes the best poutine at Sid Smith? When was the last time you said HI to a familiar face from a past…
You Major in What?
Throughout my time here, one of the very first things people ask you – also a common ice breaker during frosh week – is what you’re studying, as there are more than a few things out there to major, minor,…
Club Transition and What You Should Know
Student life is alive and kicking on campus. More new clubs are sprouting each year, and, contrary to popular (dis)belief, students at U of T actually go out and do things like – no, not study – like… Like go out!…
learn to be a boss at U of T – kickstart
Let me take you back to a year ago. I’d just graduated high school and was eagerly awaiting starting university. I was quite giddy in fact, when I received my admission; it was like I had just received the golden ticket to Willy Wonka’s…
From the Outside, Looking In: My Coming-Of-Age Story
Anxious, insecure and afraid. That was me for the entirety of my first year. I was afraid I wasn’t smart enough, witty enough or even mature enough. I just never felt enough. I was all that and more—I just didn’t…
The Halfway Point
My name is Vahini and I’m one of your new student life bloggers. I couldn’t be more excited about blogging my experiences, thoughts and idea for the next year. I’m currently a double major in History and Diaspora and Transnationalism…
One Step
Two days ago, I found myself hiding in a washroom on campus, nervous and shaky. I reviewed my notes on my tablet, mouthing what I was going to say wordlessly, frantically. I was counting down time. 8 minutes. Oh look!…
freaks and geeks – the first year of a life science student
Hey, I’m Abdullah! Starting today, I’ll be blogging for Life @ U of T. I’m a Cell and Molecular Bio student minoring in Psychology and American Studies. I’m also from UC. I like long walks down University Ave. to Union…
Tell me U of T, what excites your spirit?
I’m Sarah AKA @Sarah_UofT and I am the Team Captain of your Student Life Community Crew! Get ready to embark upon a beautiful adventure with me, full of some serious soul-searching. I’m majoring in Political Science and Ethics,…